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Private Tours in Israel

Private Jerusalem Tour from Tel Aviv

Full day
Pickup: Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Herzliya, Netanya
4.4/5 company rating on TourRadar

DurationFull day
Starts08:30 AM, hotel pickup
GuideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Russian
Group sizeUp to 16 travelers
CancellationFree cancellation up to 48 hours before the start time.

Overview

Jerusalem is a city you feel as much as you see, and it is best explored at your own pace. This private jerusalem tour picks you up at your hotel in Tel Aviv in a private air-conditioned car with your own licensed guide, so the whole day is built around your group. Stop longer where it moves you, skip what does not, and ask every question you want.

This private Jerusalem tour covers the essentials of the Holy City. Take in the classic panorama from Mount Scopus, then walk through the Jewish, Christian, Muslim and Armenian Quarters of the Old City. Stand at the Western Wall, follow the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and walk the restored Byzantine Cardo. The day ends at Yad Vashem, Israel's moving memorial to the victims of the Holocaust.

A private Jerusalem tour is ideal for families, couples, pilgrims and travelers who want depth without a big bus. Your guide adapts the pace for children or older guests, chooses the best lunch stop, and can add a site like Mount Zion or the Garden of Gethsemane if time allows. You never wait for other passengers.

Plan for about 10 hours door to door, with 3 to 4 hours of walking on stone streets and steps. English is standard, other languages on request. Prefer to join a small group instead? See the Jerusalem full day tour from Tel Aviv, or add Bethlehem on the private Jerusalem and Bethlehem tour. Browse more private tours in Israel.

Highlights

Your own licensed guide and private air-conditioned car for the whole day
Door-to-door pickup from your hotel in Tel Aviv, Herzliya or Jerusalem
Panoramic view of the Old City and the Dome of the Rock from Mount Scopus
Walk through all four quarters of Jerusalem's Old City
Time to pray or leave a note at the Western Wall
Follow the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre
The restored Byzantine Cardo and the Old City markets
A guided visit to Yad Vashem, the World Holocaust Remembrance Center
Flexible start time and a route you can adjust on the day

Itinerary & route

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Numbers match the itinerary below. Solid lines are walking legs, dashed lines are drives. Map is for orientation only.

1

08:30 AMPrivate pickup in Tel Aviv
Your guide and driver meet you at your hotel lobby or private address. On the drive up through the Judean Hills your guide sets the scene with 3,000 years of Jerusalem history, so you arrive knowing what to look for. Staying in Jerusalem? We start from your hotel there instead.
2

09:30 AMMount Scopus panorama
Begin with the best overview of the city from Mount Scopus. The Old City walls, the golden Dome of the Rock, the Mount of Olives and the Kidron Valley spread out below you. It is the perfect spot for photos and for your guide to explain how the city fits together.
3

10:15 AMThe Jewish Quarter and the Cardo
Enter the UNESCO-listed Old City and walk to the Byzantine Cardo, the colonnaded main street of 6th century Jerusalem. Today Crusader-era vaults along the street hold small shops, and you can still see the original paving stones and columns.
4

11:00 AMThe Western Wall
Spend unhurried time at the Western Wall, the last remnant of the Second Temple compound and Judaism's holiest place of prayer. Approach the wall and leave a written note between the stones if you like. The Western Wall Heritage Foundation manages the plaza and its prayer areas.
5

12:00 PMMuslim Quarter and the Via Dolorosa
Follow the Via Dolorosa, the Way of Sorrows, through the lanes of the Muslim and Christian Quarters. Your guide stops at the Stations of the Cross and tells the story behind each one, at the pace that suits your group.
6

12:45 PMChurch of the Holy Sepulchre
The route reaches the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, built over Golgotha and the traditional tomb of Jesus. See the Stone of Anointing, the Calvary chapel and the Edicule. On busy days the line for the Edicule can be long, and your guide plans the visit around it.
7

01:30 PMLunch and the Old City markets
Take a relaxed lunch break where your guide recommends, from fresh hummus to grilled meat, then browse the souks for spices, ceramics and olive wood. Short on time? Your guide can extend the walk to Mount Zion instead, as on our Christian Jerusalem tour.
8

02:45 PMYad Vashem Holocaust Memorial
Drive to Yad Vashem, the World Holocaust Remembrance Center on the Mount of Remembrance. Walk through the Holocaust History Museum and the Children's Memorial with time for reflection. Yad Vashem is closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays, so on those days your guide offers another Jerusalem site instead.
9

05:00 PMReturn to your hotel
The drive back to Tel Aviv takes about an hour, depending on traffic, and you are dropped at your door. Many guests pair this day with our Masada and Dead Sea tour later in the week.

What's included

Included

Private hotel pickup and drop-off in Tel Aviv, Herzliya or Jerusalem
Private air-conditioned vehicle for your group only
Private licensed English-speaking guide
Visit to Yad Vashem (free entry)
Flexible start time and route

Not included

Lunch and drinks
Entrance fees to optional sites you add on the day
Tips for the guide and driver
Personal expenses and travel insurance

Pickup & meeting point

Tel AvivNo pickup fee
JerusalemNo pickup fee
HerzliyaNo pickup fee
NetanyaNo pickup fee

You choose your pickup city when you book. We confirm the exact pickup time and place by email or WhatsApp the day before the tour.

Tour ends with: Return to your hotel

Know before you go

Pickup and Start Time

Pickup is from your hotel or private address in the Tel Aviv area at around 08:30. Pickup from Herzliya or Jerusalem can also be arranged. Because the tour is private, you can ask for an earlier or later start when you book, and we confirm the exact pickup time the day before.

What to Bring

Comfortable closed walking shoes
Hat, sunscreen and a refillable water bottle
Camera or phone with a charged battery
Passport or ID

Dress Code

Shoulders and knees must be covered at churches and at the Western Wall. Shorts and sleeveless tops are not allowed inside holy sites. A light scarf or shawl is handy.

Physical Requirements

Expect 3 to 4 hours of walking on uneven stone streets, slopes and steps in the Old City. The pace is set by your group and rest stops are easy to add. Tell us about any mobility needs and we will plan around them.

Age and Children

All ages are welcome. Young children are not admitted to the main museum at Yad Vashem, so families with small children can ask for an alternative stop. Child seats are available on request.

Language

The tour is guided in English. Spanish, French, German and Russian guides are available on request for a supplement. Please ask before booking.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start time. Cancelling between 48 and 24 hours before the tour carries a 25% fee. Cancelling within 24 hours of the start time, or not showing up, carries a 100% fee.

Cancellation policy

When you cancel	Cancellation fee
48+ hours before the start time	Free cancellation
24 to 47 hours before	25% fee
Less than 24 hours before, or no-show	100% fee (no refund)

Need to change your date instead? Message us before the tour and we will do our best to move your booking. If we cancel or materially change a tour, you can choose an alternative date, a credit or a refund. Read the booking terms.

Frequently asked questions

How is the price of the private Jerusalem tour calculated?

This is a private tour, so you pay one total price for your whole group, not a price per seat. The price steps up with group size because a bigger group needs a bigger vehicle: 1 to 3 guests, 4 to 6 guests, 7 to 13 guests and 14 to 16 guests each have their own group price. Choose your number of guests in the booking form and it shows the exact total for your group before you pay. The maximum group size is 16 guests. For larger groups, message us and we will build a custom quote.

How long does the private Jerusalem tour take?

Plan for about 10 hours from pickup to drop-off, including roughly an hour of driving each way from Tel Aviv. Because the tour is private, you can ask for a shorter or longer day when you book, or choose our Jerusalem half day tour for a quick morning visit. The Old City is described in detail on the UNESCO World Heritage page.

Can I change the start time or the route?

Yes, that is the main benefit of going private. Ask for an earlier start to beat the crowds, or swap a site for one that matters to you, such as the Garden of Gethsemane or Mount Zion. Your guide confirms the final plan with you the day before. For a church-focused day see our private Christian Jerusalem tour.

What should I wear?

Cover your shoulders and knees, because churches and the Western Wall do not allow shorts or sleeveless tops. Wear comfortable closed shoes for stone streets and steps, and bring a hat and water. The Western Wall Heritage Foundation lists its own visitor guidelines.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Yes. Your guide adjusts the pace for families and can add breaks whenever you need them. Young children are not admitted to the main history museum at Yad Vashem, so if you travel with little ones, tell us and we will swap that stop for something more family friendly.

Which languages can the guide speak?

English is included as standard. A private guide in Spanish, French, German or Russian can usually be arranged on request for a supplement. Please message us before booking so we can confirm a guide for your date. Guides are licensed by the Israel Ministry of Tourism.

Is lunch included?

Lunch is not included, which gives you the freedom to eat where and when you like. Your guide knows good local spots in the Old City for every budget and dietary need, including vegetarian and kosher options.

Do I need my passport?

This route stays in Jerusalem, so a passport is not strictly needed, but we recommend carrying it or a copy as standard ID in Israel. If you want to add Bethlehem, a passport is required. See the private Jerusalem and Bethlehem tour.

Does the tour run on Saturdays?

Yes, private tours run every day. On Saturdays and Jewish holidays Yad Vashem is closed and some shops in the Jewish Quarter shut, so your guide adapts the plan. Check current holiday dates on the official Israel tourism site.

What is the cancellation policy?

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